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Scandinavian Patio Ideas and Designs

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Croxted Road - Dulwich
Croxted Road - Dulwich
Chris SnookChris Snook
Photo: Chris Snook © 2014 Houzz
This is an example of a small scandi patio in London with gravel and no cover.
HOUSE RENOVATION - BARNET, LONDON. Structural modifications, Interiors.
HOUSE RENOVATION - BARNET, LONDON. Structural modifications, Interiors.
scaleruler.co - Architect, Interiors & Photographyscaleruler.co - Architect, Interiors & Photography
This garden merges leisure and practicality, featuring a stone patio that leads to a space where the owner can cultivate their own vegetables, adding a sustainable element to the home's charm.
久が原のコートハウス
久が原のコートハウス
こぢこぢ一級建築士事務所こぢこぢ一級建築士事務所
Design ideas for a medium sized scandi courtyard patio in Tokyo with decking.
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The Railway House
The Railway House
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Inspiration for a medium sized scandi back patio in Other with natural stone paving.
Ma maison, liberté chérie !salon de jardin
Ma maison, liberté chérie !salon de jardin
ESPACE D'ENVIE / Décoration d'IntérieurESPACE D'ENVIE / Décoration d'Intérieur
L'extérieur, l'ancienne porte d'entrée étant condamnée et remplacée par une fenêtre, il est aujourd'hui possible d'utiliser cet espace extérieur en une terrasse aménagée par un ensemble de salon de jardin. Une havre de repos et de tranquillité directement lié à l'espace cuisine.
Maple Lake Home
Maple Lake Home
Cedarland HomesCedarland Homes
Medium sized scandi back patio in Toronto with gravel and no cover.
California Scandi-Modern
California Scandi-Modern
Libby Raab ArchitectureLibby Raab Architecture
Board formed concrete fireplace
This is an example of a medium sized scandinavian back patio in San Francisco with a fireplace and concrete slabs.
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tiny home
tiny home
Concrete Robot Design and Build LLCConcrete Robot Design and Build LLC
Small scandinavian side patio in Seattle with concrete paving and no cover.
プライバシーを守る中庭
プライバシーを守る中庭
株式会社マスケン株式会社マスケン
This is an example of a medium sized scandi courtyard patio in Other with decking.
Holly Springs Project
Holly Springs Project
Kirstyn Schaefer InteriorsKirstyn Schaefer Interiors
Inspiration for a medium sized scandi back patio in Raleigh with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Pentavia Custom Homes
Pentavia Custom Homes
H. Customs Audio VideoH. Customs Audio Video
Outdoor covered patio with built in grill and overhead lighting
Medium sized scandi side patio in Dallas with a roof extension.
明石の家 ３つの中庭に寄り添う平屋
明石の家 ３つの中庭に寄り添う平屋
arbol一級建築士事務所　arbol一級建築士事務所　
Photo of a medium sized scandi front patio in Osaka with a fireplace, concrete paving and a pergola.
REFORMA Y DECORACIÓN DE PISO DE 3 DORMITORIOS EN CALLE ALCALÁ
REFORMA Y DECORACIÓN DE PISO DE 3 DORMITORIOS EN CALLE ALCALÁ
PL al Cuadrado Interiorismo - Patricia LópezPL al Cuadrado Interiorismo - Patricia López
El patio estaba muy descuidado y se utilizaba únicamente para tender la ropa. Se han saneado y pintado las paredes, reparado las baldosas y decorado para que sea un espacio para disfrutar del buen tiempo.
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House in Yamato
House in Yamato
KUM建築設計事務所KUM建築設計事務所
Inspiration for a scandinavian courtyard patio in Yokohama with concrete paving and no cover.
Patio scandinave, Vincennes
Patio scandinave, Vincennes
Paris TerrasseParis Terrasse
Medium sized scandi courtyard patio in Paris with a fireplace, decking and a pergola.
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SUZUKI YOSHIMI PHOTOGRAPHYSUZUKI YOSHIMI PHOTOGRAPHY
設計・施工　SUDOホーム（関東）
Photo of a medium sized scandinavian patio in Other.
The Copenhagen
The Copenhagen
National Association of Home BuildersNational Association of Home Builders
Photography by HD Estates Architect/Designer | Dahlin Group Architecture Planning Builder, Developer, and Land Planner | JayMarc Homes Interior Designer | Aimee Upper Landscape Architect/Designer | Art by Nature

Scandinavian Patio Ideas and Designs

Patios are the go-to solution for turning your garden, or part of it, into an outdoor living area. A well-laid patio will integrate your home seamlessly into your garden, providing a solid and level surface for garden furniture and potted plants. Well designed patios are about more than just paving slabs – its positioning and layout are crucial to how much you enjoy this space. Before you start picking out patio ideas for materials and laying your Scandinavian patio, ask yourself important questions such as what will you use it for? How many people should it accommodate? Which part of your garden has the best aspect and sunlight? Will the patio have enough privacy?

How should I position my patio?

If you are designing your Scandinavian patio as a space for entertaining then make sure it’s wide enough for the garden furniture you want so you haven’t got guests tipping over into the flowerbeds. Don’t be wedded to the idea of having your Scandinavian patio attached to the house; think about positioning yours elsewhere in the garden if that space doesn’t offer the best aspect or lighting position. Consider the position of the sun through the course of the day and depending on whether you are most likely to want to dine outside at breakfast, have lunch on your patio or host dinner outside, you may want to position your patio differently. You can connect patios to your house with a footpath or stepping stones to allow easy transportation of food and drink.

How should I design and lay my Scandinavian patio?

Rectangles are the classic shape for patios, not least because they make the most efficient use of space and can be softened with garden edging. However, a rounded patio or a paving circle can perfectly complement a garden which isn’t linear in design. Paving slabs come in an extensive range of materials and are the most practical surface for patios. Yorkstone has the most traditional appeal, whereas concrete blocks, granite and slate patio slabs have a great texture and colour for modern gardens. Natural stones such as limestone, travertine and Indian sandstone vary in colour and finish and are a great way to add shade and texture to your patio. For some patio ideas that offer an alternative to block paving, loose material such as crushed stone and wood chippings have a rustic and more casual feel; if there are specific materials that re-occur elsewhere in the garden, you could repeat this in your choice of patio materials for consistency. Finally, it’s not a British summer without the great British barbeque, so look at patio ideas that incorporate barbeques and think about how you could accommodate one on your patio.

What garden furniture does my patio need?

Rattan garden furniture is a patio favourite, offering a durable, attractive finish that blends well into natural surroundings. Metal garden furniture and wooden garden furniture are sturdy alternatives available in many styles. Weight is a good feature in garden furniture to stop it from being blown away, but if you want to be able to move your furniture around the patio and garden to follow the sun you won’t want to go too heavy. Browse the various Scandinavian patio ideas that include garden furniture to see what styles of furniture go with different types of patios. If you find a particular patio set you like, you may be able to ask the designer where the furniture is from so you can look at buying the same set for your patio. Good, outdoor patio furniture crafted in high-quality materials should withstand bad weather, but cold, wet British winters followed by strong sun in the summer will be enough to weather even the best furniture, so it’s important to have somewhere, such as a shed, to store it when not in use for long periods of time. If you don’t have the space to store patio furniture, make sure that at least the cushions and umbrellas are stowed away out of the elements, and consider investing in a waterproof cover. One piece of furniture that might be able to stay out for a bit longer is a patio heater; it will warm any brave patio users and most modern designs are built to survive the cold weather. If you prefer something a bit more rustic than a patio heater, look at fire pits instead which will add warmth and an attractive centrepiece to your patio. If privacy or shade is an issue, then covering patio furniture with a parasol or sheltering patios with a gazebo or pergola are both smart patio ideas – these can be covered in climbing flowers or even wound with outdoor fairy lights for romantic evening lighting.
Contemporary Fresh
Contemporary Fresh
McMillan DesignMcMillan Design
Decking platforms to connect kitchen and entertaining areas.
Design ideas for a medium sized scandinavian back patio in Other with decking.
Contemporary Fresh
Contemporary Fresh
McMillan DesignMcMillan Design
Decking platforms to connect kitchen and entertaining areas.
Design ideas for a medium sized scandi back patio in Other with decking and no cover.
Styling av balkong- och terasser
Styling av balkong- och terasser
EWI StylingEWI Styling
Medium sized scandinavian back patio in Stockholm.
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